Katsor

Katsora, also known as Katsora or Kacapor, is a form of traditional Capoeira that originated in the last centuries in the Bafata region of Guinea-Bissau, West Africa. Capoeira is a martial art that combines elements of dance, acrobatics, and music. Katsor is known for its dynamic movements and emphasis on rhythm.

The name Katsor originates from the Mancanha language, spoken in the area where the art form developed. The term 'katsora' means 'agility' or 'jumps', which are fundamental components of Katsor. The practice is typically carried out solo, with practitioners performing elaborate acrobatic movements, creating rhythmic sounds with their feet and hands. Practitioners, known as Maestros, demonstrate their skills by combining agility with dynamic movements.

Katsor is understood to have roots in West African and indigenous Bafata traditions, suggesting that its history spans back to pre-colonial times. Researchers and practitioners indicate that this variant of Capoeira exerted significant influence on traditional Bafata arts and martial disciplines. The practice is thought to elude authoritative claims about the form's origins due to its extensive reliance on the shared cultural memory and word of mouth in the region.

Katsora primarily acquired international recognition through the efforts of Luiz Guillermo Berneda CImaro, a dual-performer who portrayed the unique Bafada performance and expressed a familiarity with muscle/trope practices. The Act region contributes much to its cultural and facilitating deep bracket processes strengths.